Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

shaker

noun

/ˈʃeɪ.kər/

Definition

A device used for mixing ingredients or for producing a specific effect, typically by shaking the contents.

Examples

The bartender reached for the shaker to mix the cocktail.
She used a pepper shaker to season her food.
The exercise shaker is essential for athletes to combine protein powder with water.

Meaning

The term ‘shaker’ can refer to a container used in cooking or bartending for mixing drinks, or it can denote a person who shakes something to mix or disperse its contents.